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Best Amarillo Private High Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 4 private high schools serving 560 students in Amarillo, TX.
The top ranked private high schools in Amarillo, TX include Ascension Academy and San Jacinto Christian Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 90%, which is higher than the Texas private high school average acceptance rate of 80%.
75% of private high schools in Amarillo, TX are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).

Top Ranked Amarillo Private High Schools (2025)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Ascension Academy
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(2)
9301 Ascension Pkwy
Amarillo, TX 79119
(806) 382-1200
Grades: 6-12
| 133 students
San Jacinto Christian Academy
(Christian)
(1)
501 S Carolina St
Amarillo, TX 79106
(806) 350-9210
Grades: PK-12
| 294 students
Central Baptist Christian Academy
Alternative School (Baptist)
1601 Sw 58th Ave
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 372-1464
Grades: 3-12
| 12 students
Holy Cross Catholic Academy
(Catholic)
4110 S Bonham St
Amarillo, TX 79110
(806) 355-9637
Grades: 6-12
| 121 students
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Amarillo, Texas

Amarillo, Texas Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1108 S Houston St
Amarillo, TX 79102
(806) 372-2629
Grades: K-6
| 74 students
6300 Arden Rd
Amarillo, TX 79109
(806) 359-9417
Grades: PK-12
| 76 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private high schools in Amarillo, TX?
The top ranked private high schools in Amarillo, TX include Ascension Academy and San Jacinto Christian Academy.
How many private high schools are located in Amarillo?
4 private high schools are located in Amarillo.
What percentage of private high schools are religiously affiliated in Amarillo?
75% of private high schools in Amarillo are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Baptist).
Which private high schools in Amarillo are often viewed compared to one another?

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